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20th March 2010
Riverside Boys 0-Leam Rangers
Today the weather wasn’t that good but the football was, and we saw one of the best comebacks we have made for quite some time.
We started off quite slow and before we knew it we were 2 goals down and only 5 minutes played. After the second goal went in we started to play our game, we kept them pinned in their own half for the best part of the remaining first half but unfortunately couldn’t convert our dominance into goals.
We had our team talk at half time and the lads knew what was needed and went out there and done us proud. We came out the second half fighting and Rangers couldn’t handle us. We grabbed the first goal a couple of minutes into the second by birthday boy Kaine who found himself enough time and space to bring the ball down and strike it passed the keeper. Shortly after, with some great football from midfield Will popped up and secured the equalizer, the joy on Wills face was a picture and he celebrated in front of the parents on his knees.
As you can imagine the lads now full of confidence went for the killer which also came form Will a few minutes before the end to finish the game 3-2 to Riverside.
This was a great come back from the lads and we were all proud of the display every one put in, Normally our heads would have went down and we would have been there for the taking but with our never say die attitude and not letting our heads go down we managed to pull off a beuty. Well done lads
Riverside Boys 1-1 Lumley
We had only played Lumley in a friendly match a few weeks ago and won 5-3 but we knew that today wasn’t going to be like that as they are a good side.
We went 1-0 up in the first half thanks to a brilliant effort from Will supported by some good build up play from the lads.
Not long after that Lumley had a few chances and unlucky for us one of them found our net to make it 1-1. Just a few minutes before half time Will had goal chalked off as the ref said one of the Lumley players had handled the ball and instead of playing advantage she blew her whistle and cancelled the goal giving us a free kick instead :@(
Second half was tough for both sides as this game could have went either way but Kenty was on top form toady pulling off some top class saves to earn him man of the match.
The game ended 1-1 and we could look at this as points lost but that’s football. Everyone today played their socks off and the mistakes we had made in previous matches that cost us dearly ie closing down opponents and putting the tackles in at the right times has improved dramatically and that’s purely down to the hard work the lads put in.
The more you put into football the more you get out of it hence the 2 games today well done.
13th March 2010
Riverside Boys 0-1 Hetton
Both games today was games we could have easily won on our day, first game was with new boys Hetton and with Kenty out injured Tyler stepped up to the mark and covered goal for us.
The game was quite even for the first 5 minutes with the first shot on goal coming from Kaine from long range but didn’t trouble the keeper. Not long after that Hetton applied the pressure and had us pinned in our own box, they took a shot which Tyler made an excellent block but was unfortunate not to save the re bounds.
Tyler made another save 2 minutes later one which Kenty would be proud of, as they took the shot the ball was flying to the top corner and Tyler reaching full stretch gets a strong hand to it and guided it round the post.
2nd half we tried our hardest to get back into the game but our chances was minimal and the score line stayed a 1-0 to Hetton.
Riverside Boys 0-1 Lambton
Another game we could have won on our day but it wasn’t to be. Just like the first match we came out strong and the game was quite even for the first 5 minutes.
Kyle was part of some good link up play throughout the game one in the first half was a 1 2 with will but Kyle’s shot was saved.
2nd half was pretty much the same apart from being caught on the counter attack which resulted in a 3 v 2 situation, James and Scott had their work cut out as Lambton capitalized on the extra man and shot, Tyler got a touch but bounced off the post then the back of tylers head and trickled in to end the game 1-0.
Unlucky lads we can win every game but the effort was there and they should be proud of how they played.
6th March 2010
Riverside Boys 2-0 County Durham
Today was the start of the league cup and we were up against two new teams to our league, first was against Co Durham who had been relegated from the premier last season.
They started the game a man down and we made them pay for that as we never really let them into the game. We started off brightly keeping the ball in there half and applying heaps of pressure, once we settled down we started to play some good football and with some good link up play between Kyle, Aidan the then Will we nearly had our first goal but it went just wide.
Our first goal came from some quick counter attacking football with a first time pass from Aidan putting Will clean through on goal to make it 1 – 0.
Tyler came off midway through the first half with a knee problem and Kaine replaced him. Kaine quickly got up to speed and was involved in another quick counter with Kaine supplying the cross but just out of reach for Will.
To end the half Will was amongst the goals again but this time with some clever 1 2 passing with Kaine for his second of the game.
The game ended 2-0 but even though they were down 1 player we played some entertaining football which was good to watch.
Riverside Boys 0 2 East Durham
This game was against newly promoted Durham side that was unbeaten last season in division 2 and was full of confidence.
We started off not good as we were on the back foot for a long time and couldn’t get the ball out of our half. This game was like watching a different side compared to the last match it seemed like we were backing off them and letting them attack us.
We defended quite well up until the first goal, There midfield player had the ball and wasn’t closed down quick enough resulting in him picking his spot and knocking past Kenty.
2nd half kicked off and it took a couple of minutes to start playing but we seemed to have a bit more of the ball and we were closing them down quicker and creating space on the ball. As we grew a little in confidence they sucker punched us with yet another goal which could have been prevented with a little pressure, but as he skipped past 2 tackles he unleashed a powerful effort which Kenty couldn’t have saved it if he had 4 arms.
Now that the lads were 2 goals down we started to play more aggressive and wanting the ball more which relieved a little pressure from our goal but unfortunately unable to break down there defence to try and get something out of the game.
Unlucky lads but I think we all learned a valuable lesson today that all teams are different and that we can’t walk into a game thinking we are going to beat them. I think we had a little shock today but I think a shock in a good way.
13th February 2010
Riverside Boys 1-1 Waldridge
I was unable to make it this game but I have some well written notes which suggest we had a good game against one of our rivals. We had some good pressure in the 1st 5 mins which resulted in the first goal. A precise free kick from Tyler placed into the path of Kyle to net it for 1-0. We had some good chances one with a direct free kick from Aidan just go wide. We had an excellent first half applying pressure on Waldridge and looked good for the win.
Second half was the same a lot of chances and coming very close to netting the second. While we had most of the ball and the ball in bogged down in there half we were caught on the counter and they scored from it to end It 1 1.
Riverside Boys 0 1 Washington
It looks like we didn’t have the best of games against Washington, from kick off Washington was applying some earlier pressure which we handled very well. That pressure soon turned on them and we started to play and Aidan shot going just wide.
Lynx had a corner and we were unable to clear the box quick enough and lynx scored from this. Unlike the day before our heads went down a bit and was hard for us to get back into the game.
As the game went on we looked more confident but unable to change the score in our favor like against Nissan.
12th February 2010
Riverside Boys 0 3 Vipers
This game was hard for the lads to bear as the score shows 3 – 0 but that was 3 little mistakes which they capitalized on but they didn’t really create much on their own as we gifted them all 3. The first error was early on in the 1st half which from then the lad’s heads were down a touch, but they still went on to try and get something out of the game.
The passing and movement was great to watch from our lads, Tyler and Will came close in the 1st half but just wide and just over.
2nd half started like the first this time it was a throw in, in our half which they nicked and went on and scored. We still battled on and never gave up and it nearly paid off with some quick attacking from Aidan down the left which he crossed in but Kaine unable to get the final touch to send it in. Just as we started to get our rhythm, they done us again this time was a GK throw which by this point the lads was gutted to be down 3-0 especially when we know we can do a lot better.
We nearly grabbed a consolation which saw Kaine through 1 on 1 with the keeper but keeper got to it well and the score stayed 3-0.
Riverside Boys 3 2 Nissan
We knew what we had to do in this game and we were determined not to make the same mistakes twice. We applied some good early pressure straight from the kick which saw Kyle shot saved on the line. Not long after we gave a soft free kick away for a hand ball which they scored from, This is where the determination came from not to let our heads go down and that it was only 1 goal. After the shock of going a goal down we started playing some excellent footie a great move involving Tyler, Aidan and then will netted the equalizer. We didn’t stop there as we applied more pressure and made them make a mistake which Aidan collected, squared it to Kaine far post which he taped in to make it 2-1. Straight after that Aidan was involved again but this time from a corner for Kyle to get the last touch to send it in for 3-1.
Half time the lads myself and Alan were buzzing at the way the lads had applied themselves in this game but there was still a half to play and the game wasn’t over.
We started off brightly again coming close with Aidan and Will but no mare goals for riverside but the performance was just the same. They grabbed a sloppy one right at the end where there was a man free on the edge of the box, he turned shot and went in.
3-2 it ended but the way we came back from the previous game just shows the talent we have and when we put mind to it we can finish off any team on our day.
7th February 2010
Riverside Boys 0 0 Cleadon Bees
This was a catch up game at Soccer Arena, The weather was ok just a little rain that made the ball move around the pitch a lot quicker which suited us more than the Bees.
We started of very brightly having a few half chances on goal but the buildup play and movement was excellent. Tyler started the match at centre mid which he commanded very well and was start of every good attacking move also was solid and never let much get passed him. Our defence was James and Metters who worked really well together making all the right decisions. For most of the game Bees couldn’t get close to us as the ball was shifted around the pitch with pace but there was a couple of times when they broke but I think we handled it perfectly. Kenty made some good saves and making sure that the slippery surface wasn’t going to catch him out.
Our midfield left and right was Aidan and Kyle who contributed a lot not just attacking but getting back to help defend. Aidan had a couple of chances 1 from a long range free kick which proved difficult for the keeper to make a clean save and another which was just wide. Up front was Kaine who made himself busy around the box and having a couple of half chances saved and just wide.
We could have snatched it right at the end with a dangerous ball from a corner which Bees couldn’t clear and only needed a good connection from 1 of our lads and the keeper wouldn’t have had any chance of saving it. The game ended 0 0 but the performance and every body’s contribution which they put in is all we can ask for just unlucky not to hit the back of the net. Excellent game to watch well done
Man of the match: Tyler Smith
12th December 2009
Riverside Boys 0 2 Lumley
We started a little slow in this match and we found ourselves 1 nil down after 2 mins so we had to play our socks off if we wanted anything from our rivals. After a few minutes we started to get into it and began to play footie like we knew how.
Lumley was still piling the pressure on but we held it together and started our own attacking moves. Our first shot came from Aidan which forced the keeper to make a good save.
2nd half we started much stronger and it looked like we might grab an equalizer with a good move starting with Metters who played it to Tyler, Tyler picked Aidan out with a pin pointed pass for Aidan’s shot whistle just past the post. Not long after that we went 2 goals down against the run of play.
A good performance, a bit of a slow start but was unlucky not to get anything out of this game.
Man of the match: James Lyndon
Riverside Boys 1 0 Redby Whites
After the last game the lads was a little disappointed but determined to do the double over Redby. This time we were straight out of the blocks and attacked from the first whistle applying loads of pressure in Redbys half.
We had a couple of opportunities to open the score early on with 2 balls across the face of goal but nobody there to put in the final touch. Then our break came from a good attacking move from Aidan down the left, Aidan lashed a cross into the box for Kaine to run onto and net the opener.
The excitement didn’t stop there as soon as Redby kicked off again Kaine nicked the ball from them and ran through the middle of the park and just before he released his shot he was pulled back and we was awarded a penalty which Aidan stepped up and put it away with ease to make it 2 0 in 2 minutes.
Things started to take a turn for the worst as Redby were getting frustrated and started to play dirty tactics by pulling shirts, reckless challenges and abuse from the players to the parents, but our lads kept the calm and showed some real class as Redby couldn’t touch them football wise.
Second half kicked off and nearly straight away Aidan lofted a beautiful ball from the left to the far post for Kaine to strike a volley but missing the target. At this point the game is getting a little out of hand and the tackles was getting worse, we had another pen not given as the ref played advantage but Aidan was off balance and unable to convert it.
Finally we killed the game with yet another penalty from a blatant foul in the box which Aidan full of confidence from his last penner blasted it past the keeper to end the game 3 – 0.
Man of the match was a hard one to call for this game as everyone played excellent but I based it on the player who caused the most damage not by goals but his work rate and the fact that Redby just couldn’t get the ball from him without taking out his legs.
Man of the match: Kyle Dixon
28th November 2009
Riverside Boys 1 2 Houghton Albion FC
This was a tough game and a game of two halves. The last time we played them is was a tight one and knew this wasn’t going to be a walk in the park either. It took us a while to warm up but as soon as we did we played well, the first half could have went either way but our persistence just edged it. We got the first goal thanks to Aidan shot that was deflected into Kaine’s path, he composed himself and tapped it in to make it 1 0.
Second half was a bit different, we sat back a little and let them have more of the ball and it wasn’t long before they broke our defence and grabbed the equalizer. We defending brilliantly but they found a gap and punished us again to snatch all three points.
I think we played really but the lads were a little disappointed to lose in such fashion. We can take a lot away from games like this.
Man of the match: James Lyndon
Riverside Boys 1 0 Lean Rangers
The lads were a little warmer than the last match and it showed as soon as the whistle blew. Every one put in a 100% in this match so it was very hard to pick a man of the match for this one.
Again we started brightly and passed the ball around with ease, it wasn’t that easy as Kenty James and Tyler still had to work hard as we didn’t want to concede.
The goal was well worked and a little bit of luck was involved too, Kaine made some space down the right before lobbing a cross into the box. The keeper got something on it but never got it away and Aidan which felt like a life time had to wait for the ball to come down before he made sure it hit the net.
At half time we spoke about the previous match and the lads was determined not to let it happen in this one. We changed things around a little and Tyler came into midfield, He made some surging runs and his strength was unbelievable as Lean players couldn’t touch him. The game ended 1 0 to RSB and I was so proud of the way the lads played which showed grit and determination to right the wrongs from the last match. I said earlier it was hard to pick one out but it had to go to Tyler as he led by example which rubbed off on every one. Kyle had a good game in midfield too putting himself about but I think Tyler just edged it.
Well done lads great team effort.
Man of the match: Tyler Smith
21st November 2009
Riverside Boys 2 0 Chester Athletic
2 cracking games today first one was with Chester Athletic one of our rivals and the other was against top of the league humbledon. This was the first fixture without Max in the squad as he has moved on to play for Chester, so we had to shuffle around a bit and it worked a treat with Tyler and Kyle playing a half each in center mid and metters dropping into defence for a half. The game started with an early shot from Chester that was dipping under the bar which forced a good save from Kenty to stop it going in. After that little scare we started to pass the ball around and linking up with some good movement from our forward players. We got our break about 7 minutes in from a pin point pass from Tyler to Aidan on the left who cut in and shot across the keeper, Keeper got a hand to it but Kaine was there to tap it in to open the scoring. Not long after that we did it again but this time the pass came from Kenty which bounced over the head of the defenders and Aidan latched onto it and blasted in the second.
Second half was the same as they couldn’t get near us for about 5 mins. Aidan came close to his second from a free kick but was deflected just wide for a corner. Game ended 2 – 0 but should have been more as we dominated most of the game.
Man of the match: Kyle Dixon
Riverside Boys 0 1 Humbledon Yellows
This game was a lot tougher and Humbledon attacked us from the start but we were defending really well restricting clear opportunities but catching them on the counter. James was strong at the back stopping there strikers in their tracks also Tyler was putting in a hell of a shift and was a bit knackered at end but all the players didn’t stop and battled on.
Second half we played much better as the game could have went either way Kenty made some brilliant diving saves early on. It wasn’t long before something give and unfortunately for us it was humbledon who took their chance and made it 1 0.
We had a good chance to make things level with some excellent movement down the right from Kaine who squared the ball across the box, Aidan and the keeper went for it but the keeper totally missed it but Aidan’s shot was blocked by a defender and ended the game 1 0.
I was dead proud of the type of footie we played as we played for each other and created some good chances but today wasn’t our day against humbledon but can’t wait to play them again. Well done lads 2 tough fixtures 3 points and 2 great games to watch top draw lads.
Man of the match: James Lyndon
14th November 2009
Riverside Boys 3 0 Lambton Lions
We only had one game today and it was our old rivals Lambton, Previously this season we lost 1 – 0 but could have went either way. Lambton was quick out the blocks as they applied pressure but we defended really well and made some good saves. As the half went on Lambton became frustrated and our lads started to play, we made some good breaks on the counter and I think we rocked them a bit. As the half progressed we created more chances and eventually we netted the first with some excellent off the ball movement, Aidan got himself in a real poaches area as the ball came through to him to slot it into the net.
Second half was tougher as they look desperate and started to through everything at us. Kenty made some crucial saves and James and Tyler worked there socks off to stop them scoring but eventually they had their chance and took it to finish the game 1 – 1.
I was very pleased with the defensive display today and the killer instinct from Aidan to get a point out of today’s match, but everyone played there part to get the result. Well done lads
Man of the match: Max Carr + Scott Kent
7th November 2009
Riverside Boys 3 0 Whitburn & Cleadon Bees
We started this match with a point to prove from the week before and defiantly done that. The first half was good to watch as it was a good battle; Riverside was passing and moving superbly creating a few chances with Metter’s Max and Aidan inches wide.
The second half was total domination from the whistle; Max took the kick off with a diagonal pass straight to Aidan feet. Aidan still had a lot to do but he used his strength and skill to get his self in a scoring position and lashed it into the back of the net to make it 1 – 0. After the goal we calmed down a bit but really put the pressure on, Tyler nearly got on the score sheet but his shot was just wide. Shortly after Aidan bagged another with some good wide play the cross came in Kyle stretching for it but couldn’t connect but we collected the ball and whipped another straight into the mixer for Max to make the keeper work but still never went in until Aidan picked up the loose ball and calmly netted his second. Aidan could have bagged his hat trick earlier as the ref gave us a pen from a handball in the box; Aidan stepped up and tried to squeeze it in the bottom corner but went just wide. But that wasn’t the end of it as Aidan dusted himself down from the pen miss to get into some lovely space as Max and Kyle battled to win the ball and thread it into Aidan’s path to bag his hat trick. This performance was 110 times better than the last game as we worked hard as a team, creating a bag full of chances and with Aidan on fire netting his second hat trick this season. Well done lads
Man of the match: Aidan Forsyth
Riverside Boys 3 0 Birtley Town
This game against Birtley was a bit of payback from the last time we played them, I remember losing the game 1 – 0 but to a very lucky goal from a corner which was against the run of play. This time we played them off the park and made they look very average; as the game progressed they got frustrated and started to through the tackles in.
It wasn’t long before we broke to deadlock with some brilliant build up and passing display, It started with Metter’s then to Kyle who knocked it to Tyler then to Max who layed it to Aidan to smash his fourth of the day. This made Birtley worse as the tackle were getting reckless and some dangerous but we didn’t rise to it and it made us play better I thought. With the tackles flying in we were certainly going to get some free kicks in decent areas, and we did just before half time. Up steps up Aidan who we all know can hit them, He picked his spot and lashed it keeper got a hand to it but the power was too much for him to keep it out of the net. Second half was much of the same, I got a little concerned as our lads was getting kicked all over at one point Monty won the ball passed it and then the Birtley played swiped his legs right under him which left him in tears. Monty wasn’t the only wounded soldier as the speed and skill from Kyle drew in a lot of nasty challenges but our lads battled on.
The second half was nearly over and we get another free kick in a dangerous area and Aidan only had one thing on his mind and he didn’t disappoint either with a cracking shot leaving the keeper no chance. I think we learnt a lot from these 2 games especially this game. Well done lads superb performance from every one today especially our little Davey Becks.
Man of the Match: Aidan Forsyth
31st October 2009
Riverside Boys 3 1 Waldridge Park Reds
This game saw Riverside come back from a goal down to win in style against a top team in our division. We started off brightly but went behind to a sloppy goal from 2 yards out.
It took us a few minutes to get our heads right but in that time Kenty made a great save to keep the score down. Once we started to relax a little we started to play like we know how, Max cam close with a thundering header from a pin point corner from Aidan which just missed then a few seconds later Aidan came close to equalizing. Then came our break in an extraordinary fashion, Metter’s took a shot but not enough power to beat the keeper well that’s what I thought at the time but the keeper seemed to jump over the ball and it trickled into the net to make it 1 – 1. Our next attack was straight after the goal with Kaine latching onto a loose ball taking it into the box to lash it past the keeper. To end the half we saw Tyler make a surging run through the middle skipping past the Waldridge players like they weren’t there but couldn’t get his shot off.
The second half we started with a lot of confidence and played well as a team for the first 5 minutes. From here it was Riverside on the attack, Kyle came close when he was put through on goal with a perfect through ball but his shot was saved. Then some good passing displays created a beauty chance for Kaine to grab his second, some good strength from Aidan to win back the ball then slipped it through to Kyle then first time pass to Max to have his shot put out for a corner. We took the corner short to Tyler who played it back to Aidan who lashed it far post first time for Kaine running onto it for a volley which the keeper made an excellent save to keep it out of the net.
Not long after Aidan was in the mix again but this time he was the receiver of a perfect diagonal ball from Max, Aidan took the ball down shaped it up for his famous left foot and slotted it passed the keeper to end the game 3-1.
A great comeback against a top side, the lads should be proud of this team display, well done.
Man of the match: Max Carr & James Lyndon
Riverside Boys 0 3 Washington Lynx
This game was played earlier than planned as Washington manager only had 1 game and he turned up early, he asked me and Alan if we would play them straight after our first game and we decided we would have 5 mins rest then play them. This will never happen again as what we saw was very tired legs from our lads, they did try but with Washington being fresh they dictated the game and we were left chasing the ball for most of the match. The first 5 mins was ok as we applied some pressure but that energy soon zapped out of their legs and Washington started to play. As Washington was breaking we gave away a foul in the box which the ref saw as a penalty and they scored from it. We never really recovered from this and we didn’t have the legs to make a comeback like the first game. Washington scored their second shortly after when there striker was put through on goal and made it 2-0 going into the second half.
The second half wasn’t much better as we were on the back foot most of this half. Washington scored their final goal from a free kick which was saved but nobody picked up the loose man in the box as he had a tap in to end the game.
I can’t blame the boys for this as they battled hard in the first game and just had nothing left in the tank to get something out of this game. This was a bad decision to play early as a favor to them which me and Alan will take full responsibility for this and can assure everybody this mistake won’t happen again.
We have to play them again soon so when we do we will show them what riverside can do.
24th October 2009
Riverside Boys 0 0 Sunderland Nissan Real
Today’s games were going to be hard to match last week’s efforts but the lads went out and made it very difficult for them to play. The game was a 0 – 0 draw but we had a few chances and the first came from Max only a few seconds after kick off which was just wide. There was some good passing displays and attacking football but couldn’t get that first goal we needed to calm our nerves. Second half was the same as the first with Riverside applying the pressure and kept them on the back foot. There was some excellent link up play down the right between Kaine, Kyle and through to Aidan who managed to get his shot away but was saved. Nissan did have 1 or 2 shots at goal but with Tyler and James there making things very difficult for them to have any clear shots and anything that did come through Monty was on it.
Man of the match: Kaine Harper
Riverside Boys 1 0 Ryton Vipers
This game on paper was the tougher out of the 2 but the lads came out fighting and brimming with confidence. It wasn’t long from the kick off our break came with Monty’s goal kick reaching Aidan on the left and catching them on the counter before slipping a perfect pass to Max who put his head down and buried it passed the keeper.
After our goal we took our foot off the gas a little and the Vipers started to play putting us under pressure for the first time. A couple of minutes from the end of the first half Vipers had an excellent chance to level things up in a 2 onto 1 situation but Max sprinted back to put in a beautiful tackle right at the last minute just before the striker released his shot. A decent defensive display from the lads to end the second half.
Second half we could have got a couple with Max again coming close and Tyler with a bursting run from the back to put his shot just over the bar. Vipers also had chances but Monty was there every time to make sure we got all 3 points.
Well done lads excellent all round performance
Man of the match: Max Carr
17th October 2009
Riverside Boys 4 0 Redby Blues
Today Monty was between the sticks for both games as Kenty was away on holiday, and he done exceptionally well keeping a clean sheet for both matches. We started the game like we ended the last and attacked from the first whistle and it was only a minute or so before we had our first chance but hit the upright. We never took our foot off the gas and had Redby pinned for most of the game. Once our first goal went in we started to relax and played some nice football and made Redby who was above us in the league look very average. It wasn’t long before our second third and fourth went flying in thanks to Kyle, Aidan and max grabbing 2 of them. Redby did have a 1 on 1 chance with Monty but he was quick off his line to smother the shot and end the game on an extreme high. It was very very hard to pick 1 player out of 8 players who played out of their skin, but all the lads stood up and said it should be Monty for the performance he put in also for being goalie at the last minute. Excellent performance from everyone if I had 8 trophies everyone would have got one. Well done lads
Man of the match: Scott Montgomery
Riverside Boys 4 0 Redby Whites
With the lads on a high from the last game it was hard to try and forget that result and concentrate on the next one, but they reacted like pure professionals and played the game like it should. The first few minutes Redby came at us but we defended superbly and once the nerves settled a little we started to play and there was only going to be one winner. They had a giant for a keeper but that didn’t stop Aidan lashing 3 excellent goals past him. His kicks weren’t very good and we collected the loose ball every time and Redby just like the first game was on the back foot for most of the game. Just to rub salt in their wounds Kaine grabbed the last goal with some perfect passing displays to set him up. Monty hardly touched the ball in this game but when he was called upon he was ready and made all the right decisions. I don’t think anybody was expecting this onslaught especially Redby. Another well done lads 2 great performances loads of goals and 2 clean sheets, what more can you ask for eh.
Man of the match: Aidan Forsyth
10th October 2009
Riverside Boys 0 1 Lumley FC
Today our first game was against Lumley, another rival team who we know a lot about. They sat about 5-6 places above us at the start of the match and we were determined to carry on our form from the previous week and get one over on our rivals.
The game was a tight one to call but our lads came out fighting and gave a good account of themselves. Lady luck wasn’t watching over us on this game as we had a lot of decisions go against us, not that I’m looking for excuses but we had blatant Penalties, free kicks and even throw ins not given. So it was hard to bear when they had a corner near the end of the game and whipped it right in the danger area for one of their strikers to tap it in to end the game 1-0.
I had no complaints with the performance from every player as they all did their part but was unlucky to concede a goal right at the end.
Man of the match: James Lydon
Riverside Boys 3 0 Plains farm yellows
I was dead proud of being a part of this team with what I saw in this game, we played them off the park and that has been a long time coming. Everyone was working for each other and the passing and movement was faultless.
Our first goal came from Max who connected with his head from a corner and smashed it in the back of the net nearly bursting a hole in it.
Our second goal came in the second half from a penalty when a handball in the box was spotted by the ref. Aidan stepped up, took his time and lashed it past the keeper to make it 2 0.
Aidan didn’t stop there as he made some space down the left while Kaine and Kyle working the right wing, Kyle laying up Aidan to smash in his 2nd to end it 3 0.
This was probably the best team display I have seen this year and I hope everyone can keep this up. Well done lads
Man of the match: Max Carr
3rd October 2009
Riverside Boys 0 1 Lambton Lions
Today the weather was dreadful for footie as the wind was blowing a gale and was difficult to play and run, but the lads put all that aside and went out to battle. It wasn’t pretty football but we looked sharper than our rivals and wanted it more. We had a couple of early chances from freekicks and Aidan came very close to netting a couple but it was hard for him to judge it because as soon as the ball lifted the wind took a hold.
Second half Lambton came back into it a bit and was very fortunate for their goal as they capitalized on an error and put them in front. We could have snatched it back with the man of the match storming through the middle trying to force ourselves back into it but unfortunately it ended 1 – 0 to them.
Man of the Match: Tyler Smith
Riverside Boys 1 0 Leam Rangers
First win of the season felt very special as the results had not been kind to us recently and the way we played in the first game and this one we deserved it and so did the scorer.
The wind was still very strong and hard to play but the determination and team work got us the win. The game started a little slow but once we got into it and started passing along the floor we defiantly looked the stronger side. The passing and team work from everybody was excellent and with Tyler at the back keeping everything organized we started showing the potential we have been threatening all season. Our goal came in the second half right at the end with some clever football from Kaine Aidan and our Man of the Match x2 Tyler. Ball got played down the left from Kaine to Aidan and Aidan squaring the ball for Tyler to run onto and smash it into the back of the net for the winner.
There was a lot of relief on parents and players faces to finally get our win but we can’t stop there we need to carry this form onto next Saturdays games and start clocking up some points. Well done lads and thanks to all parents for being there in such horrible weather.
Man of the match: Tyler Smith
26th September 2009
Riverside Boys 1 1 Houghton Albion
We started off brightly in this game and got off to a great start from a corner kick with Kyle getting the vital touch to send it across the line. Shortly after that Aidan came very close by hitting a beut but hitting the uprights kept it out.
Second half we let Houghton back into the game allowing them more possession and time on the ball. We conceded a free kick not far from the corner flag, we made our wall which looked solid but the shot deflected off the wall and into the back of the net.
We had 2 clean cut chances in this half with only the keeper to beat but the keeper stood strong to keep the score line level.
Riverside Boys 0 1 Humbledon Yellows
This game was a little disappointing as we looked the better side for most of the game. Once again we conceded a free kick as our defence was outnumbered and was forced to put the challenge in. Again we made a strong wall with the last game in mind we made sure the angles was covered, but couldn’t do anything about an inch perfect shot into the top left corner. There were a few tired legs out there and no desire to fight back and get something out of the game. Still looking for our first win of the season, but it will come and I’m sure once we get it, it won’t be the last.
Man of the match: Scott Kent
19th September 2009
Riverside Boys 1 2 Chester Athletic
Riverside started off very brightly and scored the early goal with Kyle slipping a well placed shot passed the keeper. After the goal we relaxed a little and maybe too much as they capitalized on an error and left Kenty with no chance. After that goal we didn’t really recover and was giving Chester too much respect.
Second half was a bit of the same and Kenty had his work cut out as Chester was looking for the winner, they didn’t have to wait long for one of their better players having enough time on the right to unleash a vicious shot that flew into the back of the net. It was tough from then on to try and get a little confidence back into the players to get something out of the game but that wasn’t to be and ended 2-1.
Man of the match: Scott Kent
Riverside Boys 1-1 Easington Colliery
After the last games performance we knew it would be hard for us to get them going again for the next game against a good Easington side which at that point had won all 3 games. The lads knew what they had to do and they performed 100% better than the game against Chester. This time we went behind first but our confiudence didn’t drop this time infact it grew. Everyone looked like they wanted it more than Easington and sure enough our chance came when we got a free kick about 15 yards out. Aidan picked his spot and lashed it high over the bodies and fly straight to the top corner.
The game ended 1-1 which spoilt Easingtons 100% record and knocked them to 2nd, if we could play like this against the weaker sides we would be up there with them.
Great effort from everyone in the second game, let’s try keep this level of performance up for the games next Saturday.
Man of the Match: Scott Metters
12th September 2009
Riverside Boys 0 1 Birtley
The lads were back from a long summer break and ready for the first game of the campaign. Riverside was quite busy in the transfers seeing Morgan leave and Kyle joining us, and he made an impression for his first competitive match.
The score line didn’t reflect how the game panned out as riverside dominated most of the match and Aidan nearly opened the scoring with a lovely free kick in the first couple of minutes but was unlucky to hit the bar.
We went a goal down in the first half with their only real chance of the game and it wasn’t even a shot; just a lapse of concentration saw the ball trickle in the back of the net for the only goal of the game.
We had a few opportunities in the second with Aidan finding loads of space down the left but unable to grab the equalizer.
I am pleased with the performance and effort every player put in and if we play like that every game we should have a good season.
Man of the match Tyler Smith
23rd May 2009
Junior Football Echo Trophy
Riverside Boys 0 0 Shotton Colts
This game could have gone either way as it was a game of 2 halves. We started off a bit slow and took a while to get started, we had a couple of chances from some great build up play but were unlucky not to put any of them away. Second half was like a different team and could have easily thrown the game away. One chance they had was saved on the line by Kenty but unlike last week the ref didn’t see the ball cross the line beside all the protests on the sidelines. We were unlucky in the first half not to put any away and lucky in the second half to keep the score at 0 0. The lads knew they had to work a lot harder if they wanted to get something out of the second game.
Riverside Boys 3 3 SAFC Foundation Whites
The Lads were fired up for the second game and opened the scoring quite early on with Metters finding loads of space to hit a powerful long shot passed there keeper. There keeper wasn’t very good at the goal kicks and I was impressed by Max intercepting at every chance given to him. While we thought we were coasting to a victory we took our eye off the game and they equalized, but we put ourselves back in front with some quick thinking from Aidan lashing it past there keeper. Second half they equalized again with a very soft goal and before we could re group and push for another goal they sucker punched us as they put them selves 3 2 up and only minutes left on the clock. With only about 45 second left and some intense pressure on there goal we managed to grab the late equalizer with Aidan pouching his second of the game. The lads definitely picked up there game for this one but it just shows that it only takes a second to score so we have to be switched on at all times. Excellent attacking display and determination to get results, Well done lads
16th May 2009
Junior Football Echo Trophy
Riverside Boys 0 1 Nissan Sunderland Real
This game I feel should have been a well earned draw but unfortunately the ref didn’t see the ball go out for a throw in, and whilst our players stopped for a split second thinking the ref was going to blow a ball got played through to there striker who had a clear shot on goal to end the game 1 0. The first half we were the much better team I thought creating a few good chances and attacking our corners like in training but unlucky not to convert any, Tylor also had a few long range efforts that was not too far away either.
Riverside Boys 2 1 Lumley
Our boys were familiar with Lumley’s team as a few of them go to school together but once they crossed the white line they put that behind them and went for the kill. We totally out played them with some good link up plays and our tackling was far greater. We went ahead in the first half with and excellent corner from Metters to find Max ready to pounce, he managed to loose his marker and release his shot to make it 1 0. Second half we looked comfortable and pressing for our second goal. We didn’t have to wait to long as Metters got into space down the right and Aidan finding him, Scott had all the time in the world to pick his spot and he did. Lumley got a consolation goal at the end thanks to the ref, they took a shot which Kenty had covered and smothered the ball on the line. Kenty was adamant the ball didn’t cross the line but the goal still stood. Well done lads great performance all round.
9th May 2009
Junior Football Echo Trophy
Riverside Boys 0 0 West Auckland Town
Another draw for Riverside but I was unable to fault the way we played as every player had an excellent game and had the best chances too but unlucky not to convert any. Everyone knew that they had to give 110% as we had a talk before we kicked off and every one knew there roles. We played with some passion wanting to win every ball and spreading it about the park lovely. One of our chances was created by Aidan as he darted down the left and released a perfect diagonal ball to an oncoming Kaine from the right but put his shot just wide of the post. We are now looking like our normal selves out there and hope we can keep this form up for the remaining games, well done lads.
2nd May 2009
Junior Football Echo Trophy
Riverside Boys 1 4 Durham Soccerena Milan
We started off brightly and managed to get our selves in front with a corner which we had been practicing in mid week. The cross cam from Aidan right in the danger area and Max getting the last touch to send it passed the keeper. From then we went a bit down hill as they out played us for most of the second half. The end score was 4 1 but looked like a totally different team in the second half, one of there goals was a cracker from long range which Kenty was unable to do anything about.
Riverside Boys 0 0 Houghton Boys
After a long chat to the lads they were determined not to let the last result get to them as they played much better football against Houghton. We were unlucky not to grab a goal or 2 with Kaine hitting the post, Morgan 1 on 1, some great chances created by the wingers Aidan and Scott and Max covering every blade again. All the lads put the effort in this game and it was hard to make substitutions but that is a good problem any Manager or Coach can have. To try and put both performances into words is hard and the only way to describe it was like watching 2 totally different teams out there playing, all we need to do is try and keep the desire and determination we had in the second game and bring it into every game we play, If we can we would be a very hard team to beat.
25th April 2009
Junior Football Echo Trophy
Riverside Boys 1 1 Birtley Town
We all worked hard in training on Wednesday and talked about what we were going to do for the Saturday’s matches and the lads responded well. When we kicked off we started a little slow but kept it tight at the back so there weren’t many chances in the first half. We changed it about a little for the second and we were much better, unfortunately we went behind from a corner. We never let our heads go down and pushed on trying to create an opening. Our corners had been superb from left and right and only needed someone to connect with them in the box but we weren’t expecting Aidan to line up one corner, hit it and curl straight past the keeper for the equalizer. Much better performance today from everybody, well done.
Riverside Boys 0 0 Durham Soccerena Tigers
Our confidence was high going into the next game but knew we had to work hard to pull off a performance like the last game. This game had everything apart from goals but unlucky not to have bagged a couple, and fortunate to have Kenty on top form. The match was end to end with both keepers pulling of some blinding saves.
Our link up play and movement was top notch too, overwhelming the Tigers in the midfield area with sheer determination to win the ball and play it. This game reminded me of the old more confidant riverside as we were back to one touch football, one move in particular with Kaine, Morgan and Aidan linking up well and unlucky not to grab the winner from it. Well done again lads, hope this is the corner we have been trying to turn since the start of this season. 2 excellent games.
18th April 2009
Junior Football Echo Trophy
Riverside Boys 0 1 Byers Green
This was going to be a toughie against Byers Green and knew they would be hard to break down as they hadn’t let many goals in this season. We were a bit short on numbers and had to make a few changes due to people on there Easter breaks but the lads who filled in positions they don’t normally play did exceptionally well considering. We went with a little help from the ref who gave a free kick just outside the box which they scored but only a few seconds before we had 2 of our lads hit the floor and nothing given. Unlucky lads can’t do much about them ones.
Riverside Boys 0 0 Cleadon Bees
We had played Cleadon a few times now over the past year and knew what they were all about and we didn’t disappoint as we dominated the first half. Riverside was attacking with a lot more confidence than the last game and our defending was much tighter. There was one close shave when Kaine nearly scored…. But in the wrong net, luckily his clearance hit the post and went out. Second half Cleadon attack more abut we were able to handle it and keep the score to 0 0.
19th April 2009
Riverside Boys 0 2 Hetton Juniors
This was another tough game for us with Hetton at the top of the table and us near the bottom. They had some good players and they attacked us right from the start, we were a bit shell shocked and unfortunately went behind with 2 unlucky errors. Second half we came out a lot stronger and didn’t let them play like they did in the first half. Even though we were losing to a good team we didn’t let our heads go down and concede more goals, we stood our ground and showed some good team spirit to keep the game at 2 0.
Well done lads.
4th April 2009
Junior Football Echo Trophy
Riverside Boys 1 2 SAFC Foundation Whites
The weather was a lot better this week than last which saw Morgan make his debut for Riverside. We went behind early on with some quick thinking from there striker to close down our defence and get a shot on goal. We replied the best way we could with a ball whipped in from the right and Morgan getting his foot to it to slot it passed the keeper for his first goal for RSB. We went into the break at 1 1 but went behind for the second time in the 2nd as we were unable to clear the box in time. The game ended 2 1 but was unlucky as it could have went either way.
Riverside Boys 0 0 Shotton Colts
This was a tougher game on paper as Shotton was near the top of the table, but we knew what we had to do and determined not to let our previous game get to us.
It was a quite even game but Shotton just edged it in regards to shots on goal, Shotton hit the bar and came close on a couple of occasions but unable to put it passed Kenty.
Aidan had a few chances bombing down the left and unlucky not to convert his chances into goals. The game ended 0 0 but I could not fault our team as they played there hearts out. Max Carr had a great game covering nearly every blade of grass, but every player did there part and made it as difficult as we could for them. Well done.
28th March 2009
Junior Football Echo Trophy
Riverside Boys 0 0 Lumley FC
Today’s game started earlier than expected and we had to start the game just five players, and the wind was really bad. We played the first five minutes with fewer players but we got stuck right in and even created a chance before our players started to arrive. By the start of the second half we had our full squad out on the field and we looked strong, coming close a few times from corners and a free kick witch wasn’t far off. Kenty also had a few saves to make but he looked comfortable between the posts and they didn’t really cause us many problems. The game had to be postponed for five minutes as the weather was too bad to play in but we were back on the pitch a few minutes later but couldn’t get going again so the game ended 0 0.
Our second game against Nissan Sunderland Real but was called off and points were shared due to bad weather conditions.
21st March 2009
Junior Football Echo Trophy
Riverside Boys 0 1 Hetton Juniors
1st game was against top of the league that hadn’t conceded many and looked like a solid team. We started off really bright and getting stuck right in and it looked like we could get something out of this game. Unfortunately that wasn’t to be, they scored the only goal of the game from a suspicious looking hand ball which the ref played on. We were caught flat footed for a couple of seconds just enough for the player play there striker clean through on goal to end it 1 0. This was a mass improvement from last week and with everybody determined to forget about last weeks performances. In this game Tyler took a couple of knocks for the team throwing himself into tackles but hurting himself twice for his efforts. Max also played out of his skin covering nearly every blade of grass and Aidan’s vision and passing was spot on but unlucky not to convert any of our chances.
Houghton Boys 1 0 Riverside Boys
Coming into this game we were feeling quite confident as Houghton was just below us in the table and we were determined to carry on the form the previous game. It was quite even for most of the game but we still had our chances but unable to put them away. Our passing and tackling was great to watch with Tyler and Max at the thick of everything.
We went behind 1 0 with a quick counter attack and unable to stop them from slotting it past Kenty in the second half. There was some great individual performances today and hope we can build on that for next week.
14th March 2009
Junior Football Echo Trophy
Riverside Boys 0 1 Soccerena millan
We struggled a bit today and just couldn’t get our rhythm going in both matches against millan and the tigers. The wind was very strong and made it hard for both teams to play along the floor. We went behind with a quick counter unable to put a tackle in meant a clean shot at goal which we were unable to get back into it. This is the first time I have seen Riverside play like this, the players we all disappointed with the performance we had put in and was going to make to make sure we perform a lot better in the next match.
Soccereana Tigers 1 0 RSB
We played a lot better in this game but the wind was still strong and hard to string any passes together. The tackling and closing down was 10 times better than the first game and we were restricting them to long hopeful shots. Unfortunately we went behind despite all our hard work with a long shot, Kenty had this covered but the wind took the ball just out of Kenty’s reach for the only goal in the game. We had a couple of chances but nothing clear cut, Aidan nearly scored directly from a corner with the wind bending it towards goal but just going over the bar. This was an improvement from the last game but we will need to work hard in training for preparation for next week.
28th February 2009
Junior Football Echo Trophy
Riverside Boys 0 0 Cleadon Bees
First game after being promoted was against the team who were only a few points behind us last season so we knew what we were up against, a good opener.
We started off a little cagey for the first few minuets but soon got up to pace and played some good football, and creating chances with some excellent link up play in the middle. Second half we where a lot stronger and wanted it more than the bees but still not able to steal the opener. We had a bag full of chances and kept them on the back foot for the best part of the second, they had some good chances too but the James Monty and Kenty was determined to keep the clean sheet. Aidan and Metters nearly nicked it at the end, coming close but there keeper also wanting the clean sheet which he did and kept it at 0 0.
Good first game, tight just as expected but kept the clean sheet and 1st point of the season well done lads.
Wynyard 0 1 RSB
This team was new to us and didn’t know what to expect but we went into it knowing we were going to bring to them. We started off really lively and switched on knocking the ball around better than the first game, but they had a few good players to look after and I think we did that brilliant in this game I thought.
Max, Aidan and Metters was challenging for everything in the middle of the park and our chance came when Metters broke into space feeding a lovely weighted ball through to Kaine who’s first touch wasn’t great but the ball came to Aidan who knocked it back into the danger area for Kaine to blast the ball over the keeper and into the net.
Tyler Made some Lovely tackles in this game 1 in the first half, just before there striker released a clear shot on goal but hurting the player as he went down. One of his not so lovely challenges convinced the ref that it was a penalty, which was a bit harsh but the decision stood. Kenty stood tall as the player who earlier been knocking in some lovely corners so we knew he could hit the ball. As he ran up he hit the ball hard to Kenty’s left who reacted instantly and pushed it round the post to keep the score 1 0. Scott Metters had a good spell up front putting there defenders on the back foot and coming close to making it 2 0 with some intelligent football. Well done same again next week lads, keep it up
21st February 2009
Riverside Boys 1 2 Plains Farm Yellows
We started a little slow in this game and got caught out early on. Plains Farm opened the scoring and then doubled there tally 5 minutes later with a placed free kick just out the reach of Scott Kent. Going into the second half we were much better and putting Plainsy on the back foot, creating a lot more chances than the first half. Unfortunately we were only able to pull 1 back with Aidan Forsyth drilling in a hard low corner which found its way into the back of the net to end the game 2 1.
Riverside boys 2 0 Brandon
Brandon is considered our boogie team, even though they were bottom of the league we knew we had to keep our composure if we wanted to grab all three points. There was a lot of action in this game hitting the post twice and creating a bag full of chances but unable to break the deadlock until the second half. Our goals came from Aidan Forsyth and Max Carr both making a nuisance of them selves in the box getting the final touches to secure a well earned win and finish the season on a high. Well done lads great stuff.
14th February 2009
Riverside Boys 5 1 Easington Hawks
The first game of the day was a very entertaining match especially in the first half with Riverside scoring all 5 goals in the first half. 4 of them came from an in form Aidan Forsyth who capitalized on 2 goal keeping errors and calmly chipping the ball over the keeper. Aidans other 2 was just as good with Aidan charging down the left and shooting across the goal keeper to make it 2 0 only a couple of minutes in. His fourth came as Kaine shot but ball was deflected in the air for Aidan to hit the volley smashing it in the net. Aidan wasn’t the only scorer in this half as Max Carr made space down the right to start off his run before unleashing his shot across the keeper to kill the game off. Second half we backed off a bit and unfortunately conceded just before time to end it 5 1.
Riverside boys 1 0 Cleedon Bees
This game was a lot tougher than the first but our desire and determination to win the game was still there, this was a must win game as Cleedon was fourth and only a couple of points behind us. The whole team battled hard all over the pitch and knew it could go either way, luckily it swayed in our favor. Our goal came in the second half with Tyler Smith hitting a half volley 15yards out straight into the top corner to beat the Bees 1 0.
7th February 2009
Riverside Boys 0 3 Easington Colliery
This game was really hard to watch as our boys tried hard but was just over whelmed by Easington. Just like the last game we went down 2 goals very early on and from that point we couldn’t get back in the game. The weather was really cold and it looked like our boys were not prepared enough for the game as our passing and movement was non existent. The game ended 3 0 to Easington but could well had been 4 if it wasn’t for Scott Kent’s bravery in goal. Our defense was caught out and there tall striker was clean on goal with only Kenty to beat. Kenty dove at the feet of the striker to block the shot and then re bound was put over the bar to end the game 3 0.
Riverside boys 1 0 Redby Whites
Before we started this game we made sure that all the boys were all warmed up properly in preparation for the game against Redby.
We started off well and looked a 100% sharper than the last game, and our midfielders were working extremely hard to win the ball and spread it about the park. The first half was quite even and our defenders had to be on there toes as they had some good attacking players, but they had everything covered.
Second half with a bit of encouragement we dominated most of the half. Our goal came from our constant pressure in there half, the ball came out from there box and Scott Montgomery headed the ball back into the danger area for Kaine Harper to create enough space in a congested box to release the shot to end the game 1 0. That wasn’t the end of the drama as Redby broke free the last couple of minutes creating a 1 on 1 with only Kenty standing in there way. Scott made an excellent save to keep the score at 1 0, every one knew how important that save was to riverside and you could see it in Kenty’s Face at the final whistle.
31st January 2009
Riverside Boys 1 0 Durham Athletic
Durham on paper should have been an easy game but they put up a good fight and made it difficult for us. Once we got started we played some nice football, Kaine and Tyler both hitting the post and unlucky not to score. As the game progressed our confidence grew and stated to penetrate there defence with venom. We came very close in the first half when Kaine took on their defender and crossed the ball at the by line for Aidan to run to, but the ref had seen a foul on Kaine and pulled it back for a free kick. The second half we started just how the first ended, we finally got our break when the keeper kicked it straight at Aidan who kept his composer and blasted it past there keeper to end the game 1 0.
Riverside boys 1 0 Redby Blues
This game was a bit different from the last game. Redby had some good players and caught out our defence a couple of times. Scott Kent had an excellent game and made some crucial saves that ultimately kept us in the game. One save that was top class saw their striker break our defence and only Kenty in his path, Kenty stood his ground and made himself look big and denied Redby’s best chance in the game. Second half we looked a lot better and created a lot more chances. Our only goal of the game came from Kaine who was making a nuisance of himself in the box. The ball fell for him nicely at an angle which he swung at it with his right but there keeper just couldn’t stop it going in.
It is nice to see that last week’s result against Easington hadn’t affected our confidence and we just got on with the job in hand. Well done lads another 6 points in the bag.
Riverside Boys FC Under 8s
Russell Foster Youth League - Junior Red Division – 17th January 09
Redby Blues 0 1 Riverside Boys
Redby are just below Riverside in the table so it was vital Riverside took all three points if they wanted to climb up the table further.
Today was a game of two halves and we started the first half really well and attacking at every opportunity. We went ahead through some good link up play and sheer determination to win the ball in the opposition’s box. The ball fell nicely in the box for Kaine Harper to lace the ball into the back of the net for the only goal of the game. The first half also saw Scott Montgomery try his luck from the half way line but the keeper was aware and made a good save. The second half was like a different team out there, we were getting caught in possession and Redby were finding them selves in some good goal scoring positions. We did look a little shaky for a while but we held it together to keep our winning streak going into the next match.
Durham Athletic 0 1 Riverside
We sat down and talked about the match we just played and where we could improve for our next one and what was said must have sunk in as we played much better in this game. Riverside only had a few chances in the first half one which stood out saw Kaine latching on to a lovely diagonal pass from Aidan Forsyth for him to jink the defender and see his long shot saved by the keeper. The second half saw much of the same our midfield working hard and our defenders not giving Durham much space to maneuver. Nearing the end we kept the pressure on and were forcing a lot of corners and Durham goal kicks. Aidan Forsyth lined up one corner on the left a wiped a lovely ball in the danger area for it to be deflected in from a Durham leg to end the game 1 0. Everybody played there part in this game and proven we are a top half team and a force to be reckon with.
Riverside Boys FC Under 8s
Russell Foster Youth League - Junior Red Division – 24th January 09
Redby Whites 0 1 Riverside Boys
Today was two really tough fixtures Redby 2nd and Easington 1st, but knew that if we wanted to progress up the table we had to play well against the top teams.
The whistle blew and we were ready for them, they started the game on the attack but our defenders were confident they cope with what they had to offer. Redby had some good attacking players and kept us on the back foot for most of the first half, and if it wasn’t for some superb defending from Monty, James and some hefty tackles from Tyler, Kenty would have had a very busy first half. It wasn’t all Redby first half, as we were catching them on the counter. And the speed and some excellent runs from our two wingers Aidan Forsyth and Scott Metters created a few half chances. The second half we went all out and started to attack Redby from the off, putting there defence in some tricky situations. Our goal came early in the second half with some quick thinking from Kaine, who span and released his shot beating there towering goalkeeper. From then on we grew in confidence and started to relax a little and played some great football right to the final whistle.
Easington Colliery 3 2 Riverside boys
After our convincing second half against Redby we knew we had a chance to get something out of this game. We didn’t have the best of starts and even though we hadn’t conceded a goal since the start of the year we went two behind very quickly. I couldn’t fault our players for they way we went behind as Easington put us under some immense pressure from the start. After they scored there second we had nothing to loose but knew if we got a goal before half time we were back in the game and that’s exactly what we did. The ball was lobed up field bounced over the defenders head for Kaine to be one on one with the keeper, but the defender got back and chopped Kaine down on the edge of the area. Scott Metters stepped up picked his spot and hit the ball so sweat the keeper had no chance in saving it. The second half saw some excellent football from both teams, they kept the pressure on and we were defending well and trying to break on the counter. It wasn’t long before we got another chance on goal, Easington was attacking and we intercepted and released Kaine Harper on a lovely run. Kaine still had a lot to do as he was shoulder to shoulder with there defender but Kaine’s speed just got him the edge to blast his shot past there keeper to make it 2 2. We still had a lot of time left in this half to play and Easington kept pushing and pushing before eventually they broke our defence to score the winner right at the end. Everybody should be proud of the way we played today especially against Easington and showed that we fear no one in this division and can compete with the best. Well done lads
Riverside Boys FC Under 8s
Russell Foster Youth League - Junior Red Division – 11th January 09
Washington juniors 0 1 Riverside
Saturday’s game was called off due to bad weather and today wasn’t very good but ok to play.
The wind was in our face for the first half and found it difficult to attack their goal. We battled on and worked well as a unit defending really well and trying to attack when we could, but it was really hard to string any good attacking moves together as the ball was hardly moving. The second half we knew that we had to take advantage of the wind, keep the pressure on them and shoot as much as we could and we did.
We played some good football and our movement was excellent but the final whistle was fast approaching and we had to do something special to get anything out of this game. Tylor took it upon himself to grab the game by the neck and force the result in our favour, and he didn’t disappoint. Tylor picked the ball at the half way line, looked up and released an audacious effort 25 30 yards out. At first the ball looked like it was too hard and high to hit the target but the ball kept dipping, and snooked just under the bar the keeper not able to do anything to prevent the goal.
This is the football we love to see grabbing the win in extreme conditions with a top class performance all round and a superb goal to finish it off. Well done lads, well deserved.
Tyneside juniors 0 2 Riverside
This is the third time in recent weeks we have played Tyneside getting beat 2 1 in the first game and winning 2 0 in the second, so we knew what they were about and how to expose their weaknesses. It started off really well and it wasn’t as easy as we thought it would be as they wanted the win as much as us. The back line and Kenty made sure they were not letting anyone past them which released a bit pressure on our attackers. Our first goal was a bit of a battle with Kaine winning the ball, taking it into the box and shooting across goal for Aidan to arrive late in the box to put the final touch to make it 1 0.
Aidan could have had his second when we had a free kick just outside the box but saw it inches wide of the post. The second half say a penalty turned down by Tyneside as they pushed for an equalizer but we all defended as a unit and didn’t give them a sniff.
Our second goal came from Aidan again who found loads of space down the left to calmly place his shoot past the keeper to end the game 2 0. We are now starting to look like real winners out there and our confidence is showing in our football. Hope we can carry this form till the end of the season and you never know.
Riverside Boys FC Under 8s
Russell Foster Youth League - Junior Red Division – 3rd January 09
Tyneside juniors 0 2 Riverside
This game was a bit of pay back as the last time we played them we lost 2-1.
We swapped things about for this game which saw Monty put in a good performance in goal with some excellent saves and keeping a clean sheet. Also Kenty played really well and was part of some good attacking play and linking up well with the rest of the midfield.
But today everybody played there part in one of the best displays of football I have seen this season. We were using the whole width of the pitch and creating a lot of space for players to run into. It was long before we broke them down and giving Max enough space down the right to release his shot from a very tight angle to make it 1-0.
Second half was much of the same but there were some scary moments but Monty making some crucial saves and Tylor and James putting in some classy defending kept their strikers at Bay.
The passing and link up play with our two wingers Kenty and Aidan was creating a load of problems for Tyneside who could compete. A diagonal ball played through from Aidan saw Max latching onto it and calmly placing it into the bottom right.
Today we played some top class football and got the 6 points we deserved and starting 2009 with a bang.
Easington Hawks 0 2 Riverside
Easington started the game with a man down so before we had even kicked off we had the upper hand, and it didn’t stop there.
Riverside dominated most of the game making good use of the man down, and it wasn’t going to be long before we broke through their defence. Our first goal came in the first half with some good build up play and Tylor getting himself into a good position on the edge of the box. The ball came to him quick but gave him enough time to take a touch and pick his spot to make it 1 0.
Second half was exactly the same as we were a bit more relaxed and it showed with our passing game, which saw Aidan and Metters making most of the man down by getting into loads of space and contributing to some good attacking displays.
Our second goal was always on the cards as Easington just couldn’t clear there box. It was a bit scrappy in the box but Kaine was there pouching for scraps and scoring from 3yds out ending the game 2 0.
This was an excellent start to the new year bagging 9 points out of three games putting us comfortably in 6th place and only a couple of points away from a top three finish. Keep it up lads
Riverside Boys FC Under 8s
Russell Foster Youth League - Junior Red Division – 13th December 08
Fullwell FC 0 RSB 1
First off I would like to thank all the players and parents who turned up today as the weather was a bit off putting, but we grinded out the result anyway.
Despite the horrible weather conditions all our lads were all up for it even the players that didn’t feel very well. Kenty was full off cold and not sounding too clever, but he dond his Goalkeeper top and he was ready for battle. Also it was good to see Monty back in the team as he had been off for a while with a chest infection, thought he might had been a bit rusty and put off by the weather but he put in one of his best performance so far and nearly grabbing himself a goal in the second half.
The game was a bit slow paced as the ball was just getting bogged down in the middle of the park. We started the game as we finished it attacking there goal at every opportunity, We had a few chances in the first with Metters taking a few pot shots from the right and Kaine in the box ready to pouch anything that came near. Our goal came in the second half with a well worked free kick (see pic). Max Carr stepped up with about 15yrds to goal and drove a hard low shot through the wall before it got deflected into the back of the net to end the game 1-0. Nathan Stephenson came on just after the goal and got stuck right in and played well for the rest of the game.
I as a coach was dead proud to see our lads play in theses conditions and still attack and defend like it was on a sunny day. Well done lads top match.
Riverside Boys FC Under 8s
Russell Foster Youth League - Junior Red Division – 15th November 08
Plains Farm Yellows 0 RSB 0
This was a tough match on paper as Plainsy are sitting comfortably at the top of the table at the moment. The wind was a bit blustery and was hard for us to get our rhyme going, but knew we had to battle through it to get the result.
The first half was quite even, not many chances created for both sides and this was the same for most of the game. This game was a midfield battle and whoever had won the battle would have probably gone on to win the game, but we stood our ground and defended really well restricting any chances on goal. Every one played really well and worked very hard against a well organized team, especially Tylor who was central mid for this game but just didn’t give plainsy time on the ball. His tackling and tracking back was superb and was maybe a big factor of getting something out of this game.
Well done lads, Top result.
Riverside Boys FC Under 8s
Russell Foster Youth League - Junior Red Division – 15th November 08
Washington juniors 0 RSB 0
This game was a bit of a de-jar-vu from last week’s game against Brandon but we were determined not to let this one slip away.
We started the game a bit timid but as the game progressed our boys grew in confidence and pushed for the first goal. We didn’t have to wait long before Kaine got onto the end of an intelligent ball played from Monty through the middle. He still had a lot to do as the defender was closing; Kaine cut inside his man to place a lovely shot passed the keeper.
The passing in this game was really entertaining, some great moves and link up plays some which were brilliant from Kaine and Metters down the right.
Our second goal was a thunderous left foot effort from Aidan the birthday boy, which shay given couldn’t have done anything with.
Second half we just got on with the job, a little bit more relaxed than the first but everybody was enjoying it. Our third goal was from some more good link up play with Metters at the thick of it again. Scott squared the ball across the edge of the box for Max to tee up a superb effort which was place perfectly to the top right to end the game 3-0.
I want to say a little something about the unsung hero’s in this game, because when we weren’t scoring goals and the ball was actually in our half James Lyndon was there every time with out fail, tidying up everything at the back. Well done James and the rest of riverside for some excellent results today.
Riverside Boys FC Under 8s
Russell Foster Youth League - Junior Red Division – 8th November 08
Lambton Lions 1 RSB 1
This was going to be a tough game for us as Lambton are a good side who are battling for top spot in the league. We started off with the wind against us, and tried play the ball on the floor but it was hard for us to play our normal game with the wind so strong in our faces. We had the first real chance with an excellent ball played through the middle for Kaine to latch onto, unfortunately it came to his weaker foot and was forced to cut in on his right to take the shot but the keeper made good save to keep the score level.
Lambton was pushing for the first goal with the ball in our half for most of the first. We went behind with a fluke goal in the first half that deflected over the top of Kenty to open the scoring. Second half we told the boys to shot at every opportunity as the wind was behind us and they did. I don’t think the ball left there half at any point with our boys piling on the pressure and sure enough Metter’s our goal scoring machine slotted the ball past there keeper to end the game 1-1. Well done lads.
Riverside Boys FC Under 8s
Russell Foster Youth League - Junior Red Division – 8th November 08
Brandon 1 RSB 1
This game was a total different kettle of fish, as Brandon is currently bottom of league table and struggling for points. We all worked really hard, creating a load of chances but the first half ended 0-0.
A bit of encouragement got the boys up for the second half and not giving Brandon a chance. We had a few golden opportunities with a lovely ball from Metter’s across goal for Aidan to hit a half volley which went the wrong side of the post. The passing and vision from Metter’s was superb in this match also the crossing from Aidan let our boys advance on goal. We went a goal ahead early on with Metter’s there again putting it past the keeper. With Riverside dominating and pushing up for the 2nd goal we got caught on the counter with the ball down the left and nobody to put a decent challenge in. This let there striker have there first shot on goal and unfortunately it slipped passed the reach of Kenty to end the game 1-1. Unlucky lads we cant win them all
Riverside Boys FC Under 8s
Russell Foster Youth League - Junior Red Division – 18th October 08
Fulwell FC 0 RSB 2
Everybody was right up for this one, winning everything in the middle and not giving fulwell a chance. Our passing and movement was by far the best I have seen so far with Max Carr at the centre of everything.
It wasn’t long before we got our chance and hey we didn’t half take either. We got a free kick about 12 yards out, Fulwell did well to make the wall to make it as difficult as they could to stop Max from scoring. Max lined up the shot clearing the wall and not giving the keeper any chance of reaching it to make it 1-0.
We didn’t stop there as we never give Fulwell a chance, we didn’t take the foot off the gas for 1 minute and it wasn’t going to be long before we got another.
The second goal came from Scott Metters who has been clocking up the goals in recent matches, Metters gets him self in the box to slot the second past the keeper with ease.
The second half was exactly the same as we kept the pressure on and keeping them pinned in there own half. We had a few more chances but one in particular was when Scott Kent latched on to a difficult ball, he did every thing right but the angle on the pass was a bit much as it ricochet off the post and back out again.
I would like to thank everyone who comes down every week to show there support, It’s nice that everything is starting to fall into place and we can give our fans an entertaining show. Thank you again Steve :@)
Riverside Boys FC Under 8s
Russell Foster Youth League - Junior Red Division – 18th October 08
Washington juniors 0 RSB 1
This game was action packed from the very start. We knocked the ball about with ease keeping the ball in there half for most of the game. The passing was superb, creating space and keeping them pinned in to there half for the best part of the game.
We finally got our break when there was a slight handball close to there box, everybody stopped waiting for the referee to blow his whistle but it never came. While every body was knapping the ball got laid off to the left for Aidan Forsyth to hammer in a well deserved goal. The game ended 1-0 but we should have had a handful, well done lads for not giving up the ghost.
Riverside Boys FC Under 8s
Russell Foster Youth League - Junior Red Division – 18th October 08
Whitburn & Cleadon Bees 2 RSB 1
We went into this game knowing that it was going to be a tough one for us, but still went in there full of confidence even though they were out for revenge for the 2-0 thrashing we gave them a week before.
It was a real midfield battle with every one giving 110% effort, there were defiantly goals in this game but to whom we weren’t sure. They opened the scoring with an easy goal, we were caught on the break and we were chasing the ball back but unfortunately we had to rely on Kenty to stop him. Kenty made a valiant effort coming off his line very quickly but couldn’t do anything with the early shot.
We replied the best way we could with Kaine putting away a right poaches effort 5 yards out. Kaine could have also made 1-2 straight after with a similar effort but was unlucky not to put it away.
We went behind again with a scrappy goal, we just couldn’t clear our line’s quick enough which resulted in the ball bobbling across the line to end the game 2-1.
We lost this game 2-1 but this game could have gone either way, this was a very good game to watch thanks lads.
Riverside Boys FC Under 8s
Russell Foster Youth League - Junior Red Division – 12th October 08
Easington Hawkes 0 RSB 2
This game started off like Saturdays game ended with every one putting in some class performances and creating some good attacking moves. We had them on the back foot for most of the first half and it was only a matter of time before we opened the scoring with Max netting the first with an excellent strike. Not long after the goal Kaine’s run was spotted and he was one on one with the keeper with the pack chasing, he kept his composure and slotted it in the bottom corner. This game was something else to watch as it seemed like RSB had turned a corner and was hungry for the next game to start. One of the best performances I have seen so far. Excellent work lads well done.
Riverside Boys FC Under 8s
Russell Foster Youth League - Junior Red Division – 12th October 08
Whitburn & Cleadon Bees 0 RSB 2
We went into this game with the confidence beaming out of the players and it showed. Whitburn were a much more organized team than the Hawkes so we would have to work really hard to open them up. And then it came, Kaine with a lovely run taking on the defence down the right then releasing a square ball for oncoming aidan to fire an excellent shot from just inside the box which the keeper couldn’t have done anything with to make it 1-0. This goal wasn’t good enough for us as we were pressing for more goals, and it wasn’t long before Metters was released on the right side to cut in on the defenders and fire a hard and low shot to beat the keeper. This wasn’t the end of the entertainment as Metters showed off his dancing skills as he celebrated his goal with the crouchy that cost his mum double the money. Two top class performances today from everyone but I cant pick my best of the two.
Riverside Boys FC Under 8s
Russell Foster Youth League - Junior Red Division – 11th October 08
Redby Whites 1 RSB 0
This was a really good game to watch as we started off really well with some nice build up play. We looked like we wanted it more for most of the first half with some good passing and runs. Second half we looked like a totally different team with them pinning us in our half and us not able to clear the danger area. We were unlucky to concede as the ball was saved, cleared off the line before the ball scrambled its way into the back of the net. We did have one clear cut chance near the end with Nat latching on to a long ball with their two defenders trailing behind for the keeper to make a good save to keep it at 1 – 0.
Riverside Boys FC Under 8s
Russell Foster Youth League - Junior Red Division – 11th October 08
Easington Colliery 0 RSB 0
Our boys were really fired up for this game and wanting to get the last game out of their system. We were definitely the better side throughout but we couldn’t get that precious goal we desperately needed. We played some nice football and the players were working really hard for each other. It seems we were making all the right moves and making the correct decisions but couldn’t get that ball in their net. It wasn’t all Riverside though as they did have one good opportunity to score but with James on top form cleared the ball off the line and out of the danger area to keep it at 0-0.
Riverside Boys FC Under 8s
Russell Foster Youth League - Junior Red Division – 4th October 08
Redby Blues 0 RSB 0
This was a real close game, our lads fought really hard all over the park. We had a couple of chances but still needed that first goal to settle things down but it never came. Redby played some nice football at times and had some chances on goal too, But Kenty was on top form and they would have to do something special to get passed him. We were really impressed at the way he charged off his line twice to stop them from scoring.
Unfortunatly the game ended 0 – 0 but we were all entertained on the side lines, good game to watch.
Riverside Boys FC Under 8s
Russell Foster Youth League - Junior Red Division – 27th September 08
Durham Athletic 1 RSB 0
Durham are a new team to the Russell Foster league and they made a good account of them selves. We could have tied this game up with 3 maybe 4 goals but unfortunately that wasn’t the case. Every one was trying really hard to find the opener even Kenty neally scoring direct from a corner. As we were pushing to find that goal we were caught on the counter by a the only player for them to look like scoring, A lack of communication left a gap for him to shoot, and it went in. We can take lots of positives form this game also we have a couple of things to work on in training in preparation for next weeks games. Unlucky lads it will come.
Riverside Boys FC Under 8s
Russell Foster Youth League - Junior Red Division – 27th September 08
Plains Farm Yellows 2 RSB 0
This game started off really well. We had a couple of chances in the first half and so did they, but nothing clear cut.
We had a few decisions go against us, one in particular was in connection with their first goal. We gave a foul away right on the edge of the box but only a few minutes before that we should have had a free kick next to the box for a similar challenge, but unfortunately the referee didn’t think so.
They lined up the free kick right on the edge of the box, our lads tried to get into position as quickly as they could but didn’t have anyone directly in front of the ball which resulted in a free shot at goal where our keeper didn’t really have a chance of saving it.
Second half it seems we took the foot of the gas a bit and they took advantage of this. Their second goal came from our goal kick, we tried to release the ball a bit too quickly and unfortunately the ball fell to the feet of one of their strikers who had a clean shot on goal.
After the game we sat down and talked about what went wrong in preparation for the next game.
Brandon United 0 RSB 3
The second game seemed like a totally different team out there as we were winning everything in the middle of the park, we closed down, tackled much better than the previous game so it was only a matter of time before we broke the deadlock.
Our first goal came from Tylor who picked up the ball at the middle of the park and ran through their defense and released a cracking shot to make it 1 – 0.
From this point there was no stopping us as the goal took the wind out of them for a bit.
We kept the pressure on and our persistence paid off with Max scoring a wonderful individual goal, and Metters slotting one in at the end.
We were all pleased with the transformation from the first game and the way our lads reacted to that defeat. Well done.
Riverside Boys FC Under 8s
Russell Foster Youth League - Junior Red Division – 20th September 08
Lambton Lions 0 RSB 0
After a couple of cancellations we finally kicked off our season. It was a long awaited game and the boys were all excited and raring to go.
The game ended 0-0 but the score line didn’t give a good reflection of the game as we had the ball in their half for most of the game.
Lambton did have a couple of chances on the counter but we got back and defended really well.
There was a point were we had them pinned in their half for about 5 mins and had numerous corners but were unlucky not to put it into the back of the net.
We are all really proud of our teams performance today and all the effort every player, parent, coaches and manager has put in to make this team work. Well done lads.
Hilda Park Tournament 2008
Under 8’s Development
Sat 21st June
Our first competitive match for Riverside Boys was against Waldridge Park which we lost 3 – 0. This was always going to be a tough game for us as Waldridge have been together for a while now and we are just starting out. We started off really well in the first half creating a 1 on 1 chance with their keeper and defending really well. The second half Waldridge really put the pressure on and broke through with a goal. Riverside fought hard to contain them but unfortunately they sneaked another 2 past us.
Our second game was against Durham Tykes 0 - 0 which I think we should have won as we created a couple of chances but was unlucky not to put them away.
Next was against Redby, a very good team also and who eventually beat Waldridge in the final. Riverside was unlucky but got beat on the day 2 – 0.
By this time the rain had started, hadn’t won a game and hadn’t scored all morning but this didn’t stop our boy’s determination to win. Our next match was against Lumley FC who aren’t a bad side. We started the game really well and were pushing for our first goal. Our number 7 did excellent to put his chance away and that was the boost of confidence the team needed. As you can imagine the team and parents were jumping for joy. But this wasn’t the end of the drama as he followed up with his second of the game.
Riverside were on a roll and didn’t stop there as our number 8 who had ran his socks off all game slotted our 3rd. The game ended on a real high at 3 – 1 and couldn’t wait for the next match.
Our last game was against Hetton Juniors which ended 2- 0 to Riverside, with our number 2 and number 9 hitting the net. As the morning progressed our team spirit grew and our passing and movement was remarkable considering this was our first competition and competitive match we have played as a team. Prior to that we had a friendly with Durham Imps which we had also won.
I would like to give a big thanks for all the support and help we had on the day.
(Bring on the next 1)
